WWF-Canada Blog

New marine biodiversity plan calls for big changes in Canada

The Royal Society of Canada’s new report paints a bleak picture of Canada’s oceans, but offers strong recommendations to turn the situation around.

February 03, 2012
Posted by Bettina Saier

Fascinating ancient Sahara site celebrated for World Wetlands Day

15 new Ramsar Wetlands of International Importance have been declared today – World Wetlands Day – in Tunisia.

February 02, 2012
Posted by Katie Edmonds

James Bolton Public School to Celebrate National Sweater Day in Style

At James Bolton Public School in Bolton, ON, a ‘Sweater Mural’ is in the works. How will you be celebrating National Sweater Day?

February 02, 2012
Posted by Katie Edmonds

If My Gramma Makes Every Day National Sweater Day, I Can Too.

What my Gramma says, goes. So if she called to remind me about National Sweater Day, I would sure as heck be turning down my thermostat. Will you?

February 01, 2012
Posted by Katie Edmonds

Planning a new way forward in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River

By Elizabeth Hendriks
The St. Lawrence is one of Canada’s most threatened rivers. This week, the International Joint Commission (IJC) proposed a solution that we believe brings us a big step closer to seeing a healthier river. Get involved!

February 01, 2012
Posted by Guest Blogger

Elephant Poaching and Ivory Trade on the Rise

An estimated 4,000 to 12,000 are killed each year for their tusks. In Egypt, failure in law enforcement and new buyers fuel that country’s illegal ivory market.

January 30, 2012
Posted by Kathryn Dorrell

Giant Panda on Two Wheels

Our panda took part in Toronto’s symbolic ‘Coldest Day of the Year Ride’ cycling event this morning.

January 30, 2012
Posted by Peter Ewins

Cold is the New Hot: One Blogger Makes Every Day National Sweater Day

Why would I heat every inch of our 1,100 square foot home when I was occupying less than 100? For me, every day is Sweater Day.

January 27, 2012
Posted by Guest Blogger

Putting an End to Tiger Poaching

Zero Poaching is a new WWF initiative to stop tiger poachers in their tracks and help recover the world’s dwindling tiger population.

January 24, 2012
Posted by Kathryn Dorrell

100% Renewable Energy by 2050: The Steps We Need to Take

100% renewable energy is achievable by 2050. Let’s start by making every day National Sweater Day.

January 24, 2012
Posted by Katie Edmonds

So You Think YOU can Dance? Join the National Sweater Day Flash Mob

Okay friends, I am going to let you in on a secret.

January 23, 2012
Posted by Katie Edmonds

Ways we conserve while celebrating the Chinese New Year

As you may know, Monday, January 23, 2012 will mark the start of the Lunar New Year of the Dragon. Here’s how our family celebrates while keeping an eye on the environment.

January 18, 2012
Posted by Guest Blogger

Tell Me Tuesday: What’s your favourite eco-holiday?

Now that Christmas, Hanukkah and New Years are past, a new holiday season is upon us: the eco-holiday season. Starting with National Sweater Day on February 9, continuing with Earth Hour on March 31, then on to Earth Day on April 22, followed by Oceans Day on June 8…the list goes on.

January 17, 2012
Posted by Riannon John

Monarch Messages of Congratulations

Thanks to everyone who rallied behind WWF’s Monarch campaign with a donation or a message of support for this conservation work. Take a look at some of the gorgeous Monarch butterfly images that were sent in by our supporters.

January 17, 2012
Posted by Kathryn Dorrell

Students given chance to make a difference for Canada’s oceans

A scholarship competition is now open to graduate students at Dalhousie University. Find out more about the $10,000 awards and the deadline for applying.